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Can My Horse Stay on a Forage Diet This Winter?

Clair Thunes, PhD October 21, 2022

An equine nutritionist explains how to make sure your summertime easy keeper remains healthy this winter.

electrolytes for horses; Why Do Electrolytes Encourage Horses to Drink?

Tips for Maintaining Your Horse’s Weight This Winter

Janice L. Holland, PhD October 17, 2022

Learn about the importance of hydration, fiber, and caloric intake during the winter months.

Fall Foresight: Seasonal Preventive Horse Care

Nancy S. Loving, DVM October 9, 2022

8 important tasks to check off your list before the colder weather arrives.

Horse Blanketing FAQs

Alexandra Beckstett October 7, 2022

On or off? Hot or cold? Lightweight or heavyweight? We’ll answer these questions and more.

Road Ready: Traveling With Horses

Diane E. Rice September 24, 2022

No one wants to arrive at their destination and realize their horse has gotten sick or injured along the way. Follow these expert tips to ensure your horse’s safety and wellness while traveling.

Clipping the Sensitive Horse

Lara Tomich, DVM, Dipl. ACVD August 12, 2022

A veterinarian offers tips to keep horses with sensitive skin comfortable when clipped.

Help Your Horse Beat the Heat

D.J. Carey Lyons July 16, 2022

As tough as steamy summers can be on humans, they can be even harder on horses. Two veterinarians share tips on how to help your horse beat the heat this summer.

How to Help Your Horse Avoid Heat Stress This Summer

Caitlin Dobecka, DVM June 12, 2022

Follow these steps to keep your horse cool and comfortable in the heat.

5 Summer Horse Health Risks

Kayli Hanley May 17, 2022

Help keep your horse healthy and get the most out of the coming months by increasing your understanding of—and watching for—five common health conditions seen during the summer.

Winter Can Mean Poor Footing for Horses

University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment January 14, 2022

Mud in horse turnouts can create topsoil erosion, increase soil compaction, and cause slip-and-fall injuries to horses. Here are options to reduce mud on your horse property.

Protect Your Older Horse This Winter With These Tips

University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment January 12, 2022

A researcher who specializes in aging equines offers nutrition, dental care, parasite control, vaccination, exercise, and health monitoring for seniors.

Winter Horse Hoof Care Tips; Winter Hoof Care: It's a Team Effort

Winter Traction Devices for Horse Hooves

Les Sellnow January 5, 2022

Snow and ice during winter can cause footing problems for horses, especially those called upon to do something other than loaf in the pasture or paddock.

Winter Enrichments and Activities for Horses

Alayne Blickle January 2, 2022

Are your horses bored during the winter and early spring months? One farm owner offers ideas to keep them entertained.

Making Sure Your Horse Has Water During Severe Winter Storms

Clair Thunes, PhD December 27, 2021

Texas experienced record-breaking winter weather and power outages in February 2021 that forced owners to get creative to ensure their horses had access to water. Read about their solutions in this reprint.